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Mudéjar art is characteristic of a specific geographic region: the Iberian Peninsula and especially Spain. It arose from the enlightened will of the Catholic rulers to employ the techniques and know-how of Muslim craftsmen who – after waves of post-Reconquista violence – were allowed to stay, and whose architectural achievements had fascinated the monarchy and the wider Christian nobility. Learn more in our "Mudejar Art. Islamic Aesthetics in Christian Art" itinerary: https://lnkd.in/dtBsM5g6

Each civilisation possesses a distinct persona of its own which is manifested in the form of cultural expressions and practices. From unique artistic expressions to traditional knowledge, the Intellectual property regime has evolved to protect the deeply rooted practices and cultural expressions which are the core of civilization. However, the protection of traditions and historical creations have been a bone of contention amongst various communities all over the world.  This article analyses the holistic protectability of the distinct cultural expressions under the domain of Intellectual Property Rights, here: https://lnkd.in/ghTCTFR3

Artwashing the Past discusses the acquisition of cultural objects by museums and private collectors. The essays are grouped around a number of themes: Returning antiquities to their country of origin Breaking up the past Remaining questions over disputed antiquities Selling the past Sourcing antiquities Collecting histories matter Curating and collecting the past Protecting the past: does the approach in England work? Protecting the past: international agreements Debating cultural property Available from Rowman & Littlefield https://lnkd.in/dbgfuhuH

🕯️ Exploring the Depths of Paris: The Catacombs I've just published a new article on Medium where I take a deep dive into the history and mystery of the Paris Catacombs. 🏰 Beneath the bustling streets of Paris lies a hidden world filled with intricate tunnels and a haunting past. In this piece, I explore the origins, significance, and eerie allure of this underground labyrinth, shedding light on one of the city's most fascinating and enigmatic landmarks.

Happy Juneteenth! To learn more about why the effective end of slavery in the United States came several years AFTER the Emancipation Proclamation, check out this article from the National Museum of African American History and Culture: https://lnkd.in/gfss6-ku

The history of modern and contemporary art. Signed by me. #ddavvetashistoryofmodernandcontemporaryart.

Dear All, May I draw your attention to my new book in Spanish about the history and memory of communism in post-communist Romania. It is published by Editorial de Humanidades in Bogota, Columbia and it was translated by Miguel Angel Gomez Mendoza. Foreword by Cristian Vasile. Here is a short summary: The studies collected in this book aimed at explaining the evolution and characteristics of the Romanian communist regime; its consequences for today’s world, as well as public and private representations of communism in the post-communist era. The volume opens with a brief history of the regime, to focus on the various aspects of the memory of communism in the post-communist epoch. It focuses in particular on post-communist memorial regimes by analyzing reparatory and compensatory laws, listing the main vectors of memory while highlighting the public and private stakes of the memory of communism. This book takes a particular look at the memory of repression and its incarnations through museums and memorials. Best regards,

If you want to watch a panel discussion on the history of American antisemitism at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, here is the recording. https://lnkd.in/ehThXFnT

A simple way to incorporate this idea into personal study or corporate worship is to learn/teach a short history of Juneteenth. Check out the Juneteenth digital toolkit curated by The National Museum of African American History. (https://lnkd.in/e8ecCSrz)

The history of modern and contemporary art. Signed by me. #ddavvetashistoryofmodernandcontemporaryart.